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As audacious as opportunistic, the Spanish PM clashes with Trump and revives the 'no to war' movement. Sánchez bets on a Villepin moment that can energize his progressive base and crown him leader of the left. But his strategy comes with risks attached from security to business.

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Israel FM says Europe too divided, slams Spanish PM

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Spain slams US and Israeli strikes on Iran, reflecting shift in policy

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The Spanish president participates in the Munich Security Conference for the first time and questions the rearmament strategies of the powers. Faced with Putin, he advocates investing in values instead of nuclear arsenals.

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The founder of Telegram forwarded a message through the app's official channel, disagreeing with the announcement to restrict algorithms.

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Can a social media ban protect children from online violence?

In this week’s episode of The Ring, MEPs Axel Voss (EPP) and Christel Schaldemose (Socialists) engage in a deep debate over whether or not a ban on social media for under-16's is a good thing.

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King Felipe and Queen Letizia attend Mass for Spain train crash victims

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Spain approves plan to grant legal status to thousands of migrants

The measure will affect those living in Spain for at least five months and who applied for international protection before 31 December 2025.